A £27,500 watch was stolen from a pensioner in broad daylight.

The unique 18ct gold Rolex watch, with 79 diamonds around its clock face, was snatched yesterday from the wrist of a 73-year-old widower as he was out shopping in Carshalton.

The watch was a gift from the man’s two daughters for his 60th birthday.

It was stolen when the man was approached from behind by a thief.

He had just left his home in Bramblewood Close.

Police said there was no description of the suspect.

Anyone with information on the incident, or have information about the watch, can contact Sutton police on 020 8649 0777 or dial 101 for Sutton Police Station.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.